How to Pronounce "read of"
expression
ˈɹɛd/, /ˈɹid/ /ˈəv
RED-uhv or REED-uhv
ɹiːd/ /ˈɒv
REED-ov
Definition
To learn about something by reading information, often in a book, newspaper, or online. Usually used for things you did not witness yourself.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɛd/, /ˈɹid/ /ˈəv
British English
ɹiːd/ /ˈɒv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RED-uhv or REED-uhv
UK
REED-ov
Listen in Context
I first read of the invention in a science magazine.
Did you read of the new law in the newspaper?
She read of the accident online.
I remember when I first read of his story—it really inspired me.